DARLING..... MY HOME IS CLEANER THAN ANY HOTEL!!!!
About this house rental
Three bedrooms 2.5 bath this home must be seen to believe. Your own private sanctuary. This would be a great home for couples to share. It is a great design to entertain. Every where you look from my paintings to all the little details you will be greatly surprised. You will be so happy with your choice. This home is bright, fun, and whimsical. And for cocktails and food, the Petoskey Brewery is just a few staggering steps away.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Bear Creek, MI
House in Bear Creek, MI
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
$$$$
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(80 Reviews)
5.0
Beautiful home ... Great Location.
5.0
The house was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The owner was very accommodating and helpful throughout our stay. We had some trouble opening the doors, but quickly figured it out with Richard's help. Overall a great option to allow you to explore Petoskey and the neighboring towns. We really enjoyed sitting by the pond/lake behind the house. Thank you for the hospitality!
5.0
Everything was great. We plan on returning here.
5.0
Read reviews on how wonderful the Petoskey area is, so my husband and I thought we’d give it a try. Not only is the area as charming as the reviews we read but Richard’s house could be considered second to none in that category as well. Online pictures doesn’t do this property justice. His home is absolutely incredible and not only that he thought of eveything to make our stay memorable. I even asked him if he has other properties as I would plan a vacation just to be able to stay in another one of his homes. We will definitely look him up next time we head to Michigan. Thank you so much!
5.0
My husband and I had a wonderful time. The house is impeccably clean and quite eclectic! Richard's ( the owner) art work is amazing and he is very good at communicating . It is the best VRBO we have stayed in - and we've stayed in many. We especially enjoyed the backyard - beautiful lake view, quite serene. Once you get past loving the house, the area where it is located is the best. We went to wineries, played golf, went to a live concert (Blood, Sweat and Tears if you are old enough to remember them), biked the trail that is right in front of the house, went to an art festival and just roamed around. Looking forward to going back. It's a great area with cool summer weather (back home it was over 100).
5.0
Central location and surprisingly quiet with M-31 close. Richard, owner, very responsive 👍. Good cleaning staff.
5.0
House was beautiful and very eclectic. Very clean, and great location. Richard is an excellent host. My sisters and I had a wonderful long weekend and look forward to our next visit!
5.0
Stunning and welcoming home on a peaceful intimate lake. Easy access to all that the area offers.
5.0
It was simply perfect!
5.0
Richards house was everything we could have asked for. We especially enjoyed the tranquility of the patio both morning and evening. The home is full of so much amazing art and decor. We had a great stay.
5.0
This was one of the nicest if not the nicest house that we have ever rented. It was beautifully furnished and decorated and decorated with some of the original original art by the owner. Although there was no indication that any of the art was for sale it was for sale we did by chance call the owner and we're lucky enough to have him agree to sell us one of his original pieces.
If you're going to spend any time in the Petoskey area rent this house.
5.0
The location is perfect, close to downtown Petoskey, walking distance from both Petoskey state park and Petoskey brewing. The bike trail is steps outside the front door. The house is lovely and well maintained. It was immaculate when we walked in. It has great entertaining spaces especially the lovely back patio. Even though it is close to 119 you felt like you were on a seclude lake. Communication was wonderful and prompt. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Perfect Upnorth Home for a little R&R
Richard’s home is perfect in every way. As soon as you walk in you have been transported to a home which is not only clean but has a fully equipped kitchen for plenty of meals. The bonus is the whimsical artwork EVERYWHERE and the amazing architecture of the home itself.
The outdoor seating on the lake is blissful and the location of the home is perfect.
Each bedroom and bathroom is thoughtful fully equipped with everything you need.
We enjoyed the property with another couple and will definitely be back!
5.0
You should let guest know about your art gallery
Excellent
5.0
Perfect house for gathering with friends!
Richard’s home is absolutely beautiful! It’s also clean and spacious. We chose this home for a small bachelorette weekend for 5 ladies. The home had everything we needed to make a couple small meals. The bedrooms were beautiful and comfortable. The pictures of this home don’t do it justice. It’s so beautiful! The back yard is very lovely with rocking chairs and a view of a small pond. The house is also in close proximity to all the fun in Petoskey. I would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Uniquely Beautiful House!!!
We loved this house, location and amenities. We came with our adult kids. The house is maintained beautiful at every detail. Easy check in, great host! No issues would rent again!!
5.0
Amazing Lake House!
We absolutely love this beautiful lake house - this was our second visit and we look forward to next time! The lake setting is so beautiful, with many birds and wildlife. We even had the opportunity to see a turtle laying its eggs. The house is so lovely and perfect for entertaining. We had wonderful family dinners on the back patio and loved the open kitchen. The location near trails and Petoskey State Park is hard to beat. Richard is a wonderful host and so responsive. We look forward to returning again to your beautiful home!
5.0
Awesome!
We can’t say enough great things about this rental property! It was perfect for us: spacious, clean, and a great location. Working and communicating with the host was easy. HIGHLY recommend!
5.0
A perfect spot for a couples ski trip. Plenty of room, and incredibly clean. Proximity to the brewery was an added bonus.
5.0
Great Ski Weekend Getaway
A perfect spot for a couples ski trip. Plenty of room, and incredibly clean. Proximity to the brewery was an added bonus.
5.0
We truly did not want to leave Richards house. Extended our 3 days to 4 days and would have stayed longer but we had non-cancellation policy at next place. We have traveled all over the USA and we just love this house. Richards art is amazing. I kept finding new things after 2-3 days. We spent mornings and happy hour on the patio.
Just lovely. And he is super easy to communicate with and just a sweet guy. I could party with him!
5.0
Favorite house of all trips!
We truly did not want to leave Richards house. Extended our 3 days to 4 days and would have stayed longer but we had non-cancellation policy at next place. We have traveled all over the USA and we just love this house. Richards art is amazing. I kept finding new things after 2-3 days. We spent mornings and happy hour on the patio.
Just lovely. And he is super easy to communicate with and just a sweet guy. I could party with him!
5.0
We have stayed a Richards a few times since 2014 and we love love this home. We can take long walks and travel to Petoskey and Harbor Springs easily. We love sitting on the patio and staring at the water and you don’t even hear the traffic from the road. Will stay again next year
5.0
Favorite place in Petoskey
We have stayed a Richards a few times since 2014 and we love love this home. We can take long walks and travel to Petoskey and Harbor Springs easily. We love sitting on the patio and staring at the water and you don’t even hear the traffic from the road. Will stay again next year
5.0
Richard's place and artwork are a hoot! We had a great time.
5.0
Outstanding
Richard's place and artwork are a hoot! We had a great time.
5.0
The house is, indeed, very, very clean. (A high priority for us.). It’s in a convenient location for Petoskey or Harbor Springs. Everything we needed was there. Very comfortable. Nice setting. The house itself is fascinating in its own right. The interior decor was intriguing and the subject of many conversations. We would definitely stay here again without hesitation.
5.0
Excellent place to stay!
The house is, indeed, very, very clean. (A high priority for us.). It’s in a convenient location for Petoskey or Harbor Springs. Everything we needed was there. Very comfortable. Nice setting. The house itself is fascinating in its own right. The interior decor was intriguing and the subject of many conversations. We would definitely stay here again without hesitation.
5.0
I was traveling with a group of 6 ladies over 60 years old. We had a lovely time at Richards house. The outdoor space was so peaceful and beautiful and the location was amazing. We did not have to travel far for the beach, shopping, restaurants, or scenery. Especially liked the fact that we could walk on the trail every morning and also stop at the Petoskey Brewery (less than 5 minutes away from our place-right on the trail). Highly recommend !!!
5.0
We absolutely adored this house. We typically stay right in Harbor Springs, but this homes location cannot be beat being so close to Harbor Springs and Petoskey. The home was extremely clean and had everything we needed in the kitchen. The stove was a bit hard to use, but could have been user error. The lake was so calming at night, and we really enjoyed sitting outside. It's conveniently located right next to a bike trail, which we really enjoyed. The only thing that we wish we would have had was a grill, but minor detail, and we absolutely made do!
Richard was fantastic, and we will absolutely be renting from him again!
5.0
Will rent again for even longer!
We absolutely adored this house. We typically stay right in Harbor Springs, but this homes location cannot be beat being so close to Harbor Springs and Petoskey. The home was extremely clean and had everything we needed in the kitchen. The stove was a bit hard to use, but could have been user error. The lake was so calming at night, and we really enjoyed sitting outside. It's conveniently located right next to a bike trail, which we really enjoyed. The only thing that we wish we would have had was a grill, but minor detail, and we absolutely made do!
Richard was fantastic, and we will absolutely be renting from him again!
5.0
The house and location are great! The house is isolated from other houses so there is plenty of privacy for a quiet gathering on a nice lake. The house has amazing furnishings, decor, and a well appointed kitchen. We really enjoyed our stay and would stay here again the next time we are in the area.
5.0
Amazing Place
The house and location are great! The house is isolated from other houses so there is plenty of privacy for a quiet gathering on a nice lake. The house has amazing furnishings, decor, and a well appointed kitchen. We really enjoyed our stay and would stay here again the next time we are in the area.
5.0
Great location, uniquely decorated house, lots of small touches that made the stay so easy and enjoyable.
5.0
Awesome house - highly recommended
Great location, uniquely decorated house, lots of small touches that made the stay so easy and enjoyable.
5.0
From booking the property, to the very end, our host was incredible and made it easy for us to have a restful and memorial week. The property was exactly as described but the surrounding beauty was even better in person. The house is very well kept, stocked, and clean. It is an art work in and of itself. We enjoyed the backyard very much. This property is centrally located to almost anything your heart desires to do in Petosky, Harbor Springs and Charlevoix. It was even an easy on and off highway trip to the dunes. At night we built a fire and enjoyed nature and all the amenities this house has to offer. It was truly a memorable trip largely due to this property and host. We will definitely be back.
5.0
This one is a real stunner!
From booking the property, to the very end, our host was incredible and made it easy for us to have a restful and memorial week. The property was exactly as described but the surrounding beauty was even better in person. The house is very well kept, stocked, and clean. It is an art work in and of itself. We enjoyed the backyard very much. This property is centrally located to almost anything your heart desires to do in Petosky, Harbor Springs and Charlevoix. It was even an easy on and off highway trip to the dunes. At night we built a fire and enjoyed nature and all the amenities this house has to offer. It was truly a memorable trip largely due to this property and host. We will definitely be back.
5.0
Great Trip
Had a great time, home was close to everything!
5.0
Very nice. Like staying in an art museum. Very convenient to the ski area, wineries, and both Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Hope to return. Home would be very comfortable for 3 couples.
5.0
Enjoyed the art!
Very nice. Like staying in an art museum. Very convenient to the ski area, wineries, and both Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Hope to return. Home would be very comfortable for 3 couples.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bear Creek?
The average price for a rental in Bear Creek is $346 per night. This rental is $303 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at DARLING..... MY HOME IS CLEANER THAN ANY HOTEL!!!!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is DARLING..... MY HOME IS CLEANER THAN ANY HOTEL!!!! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at DARLING..... MY HOME IS CLEANER THAN ANY HOTEL!!!!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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